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Appalachian State

Director of AppELS Institute

Appalachian State, Boone, North Carolina, United States, 28607


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Position TitleDirector of AppELS Institute

LocationBoone, NC

Faculty RankYes

Provide RankAdjunct Instructor

Position Number093791

DepartmentCollege of Arts and Sciences - 250000

Position Summary Information

Minimum QualificationsMA in TESOL, Second Language Acquisition, or related disciplineWorking proficiency in an additional language other than EnglishAbility to work with both University and Community members (K-12 as well as Community organizations)License/Certification Required

Preferred Qualifications

Professional working proficiency in SpanishExperience working in community outreachExperience teaching in higher educationEssential Duties and Responsibilities

The

Director of the AppELS Institute

will provide vision and leadership to support English language learners in Boone, Hickory, and the surrounding region. The AppELS director will oversee the development of a community-based English language program, including program and curriculum development, strategic planning, recruitment and marketing, and the development of policies and procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities of the position include:

Provide community-based ESL courses and collaborate with community partners to provide ESL classes to a diverse community of English learners at the Boone and Hickory campusesParticipate in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Culture's (Teaching English Speakers Other Languages) TESOL minor

Teach one course per year in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and CulturesSupport service learning activities associated with community-based ESL courses offered by the AppELS program

Collaborate with community organizations and educators to inform the community on pathways to Higher EducationHire, supervise, train and evaluate any instructional and support staff that may eventually be hiredConduct meetings and workshops for communication and professional growth or arrange external professional development as neededCreate and implement strategic planning initiatives that align with the university, the College, and the department, and track initiativesDevelop and implement policies and procedures to ensure consistency in the delivery of all programsConsult with relevant academic and campus administrative departments as neededCollaborate with the College of Art and Sciences Counsel, Office of International Programs, and other relevant units as neededType of PositionFull Time Position

Staff/Non-FacultyStaff/Non-Faculty

Appointment Type1.0

Work Schedule/Hours8:00-5:00 but may vary, with a primary duty station of Boone campus

Number of Hours Per Week40

Number of Months Per Year12

Mandatory StaffNo

Suggested Salary Range$60,000-$65,000 (commensurate on experience & education)

Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date09/03/2024

Closing Date

Open Until FilledYes

Evaluation of Applications Begins09/18/2024

Proposed Date of Hire

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach required documents:

Cover LetterResumeList of ReferencesUnofficial Transcripts

Search Chair NamePaul Worley

Search Chair Emailworleypm@appstate.edu

Quick Linkhttps://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/47889

Posting Number201501502P